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Why a Bangladesh mob burned down home of independence icon Mujibur Rahman
The attack followed a controversial speech by removed former PM Sheikh Hasina, Rahman's daughter, from exile in India.
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Trans women barred from female sports as governing body NCAA follows Trump
US governing body for college sport updates policy to align with Donald Trump's executive order on women's sport.
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Torres hat-trick leads Barcelona Copa del Rey rout at Valencia
Ferran Torres scores three of Barcelona's first four goals in a 5-0 Copa del Rey quarterfinal win at Valencia.
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US judge delays Trump buyout offer meant to thin out public servants
Trump and allies such as billionaire Elon Musk have carried out blitz campaign meant to thin the government workforce.
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Palestinians return home in Gaza, but without their loved ones
More than 61,700 Palestinians were killed by Israel in the Gaza war. Now, their family members are returning home.
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Trump involvement helps PGA Tour get closer to LIV Golf deal: Commissioner
PGA commissioner wants the US president to negotiate a deal with the breakaway LIV Golf in hopes of ending the division.
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‘Based on a falsehood’: Panama president denies US claim on canal fees
Panama’s president says a State Department claim that it agreed to waive canal fees for the US government is false.
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What purpose does Trump’s media strategy serve?
The US president's controversial proposals are garnering global attention.
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People relying on USAID face uncertainty after Trump funding freeze
Thousands of aid projects, from food assistance to vaccinations, partially-funded by USAID, face uncertainty.
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A referendum on crime? What to know about Ecuador’s presidential election
President Daniel Noboa hopes to secure a full four-year term but faces concerns over high crime and economic issues.
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Trump announces plan to launch task force against ‘anti-Christian bias’
At a prayer breakfast, Trump said the task force would prosecute the 'targeting' of Christians within government.
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Trump administration imposes first Iran sanctions since taking office
US penalties target Iran's 'oil network' as Donald Trump pledges to bring back 'maximum pressure' against Tehran.
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DR Congo court issues arrest warrant for rebel leader Corneille Nangaa
Nangaa is the leader of the Congo River Alliance that includes M23 fighters.
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Where does Trump’s renewed ‘maximum pressure’ leave any Iran-US deal?
Trump says he wants Iran to prosper, but signed a presidential memorandum to pledge more action against Iran.
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Israel follows US in boycotting UN Human Rights Council
Organisation's spokesperson says Israel's observer status means it cannot formally withdraw from the body.
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Could Trump’s tariffs upend the world’s economic order?
US president's tariffs against Mexico and Canada are on hold for now, but the trade dispute with China rumbles on.
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Thousands in Gaza struggle in tents amid cold, stormy weather
Displaced Palestinians languish in makeshift tent encampments as harsh winds and rain hit the Gaza Strip.
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Indian deportees recall traumatic conditions on military flight from US
At least 104 Indian citizens were deported from the US and sent to India in shackles aboard a US Air Force plane.
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Super Bowl 59: Start time, halftime show, teams, how to watch, Taylor Swift
Superbowl LIX promises to be one of the most high-profile NFL finales in years with two superb teams going head-to-head.
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Trump should be “cautious, practical” with plan for Gaza
Trumps comments on Gaza
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